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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:00:38 1998
From: "Hudson, Sarah" <shudson@plcmc.lib.nc.us>
Subject: RE: Beanie Babies
Hi Linda,
I haven't done a program yet, I was looking for suggestions.
I plan to do an internet demonstration of the TY website,
have a matching game with the name of the baby and the type of animal.
and I want the participants to have time to share their wish lists and
places to buy beanie babies.
I'm going to talk a little about collecting and supply and demand and so
forth.
Thanks,
Sarah
Sarah Hudson
Information Specialist
Independence Regional Library
Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County
shudson@plcmc.lib.nc.us
Opinions are my own, and do not reflect those of the Library
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From: Linda Peterson[SMTP:lpeterson@bloomfield.lib.in.us]
Sent: Monday, May 11, 1998 5:34 PM
To: PUBYAC
Subject: Beanie Babies
I have been reading with interest the mentions of a beanie baby program and
am thinking of doing one myself this summer. I would like to hear more
information about what you did at your programs to keep them from turning
into just a disscussion of which one is worth what. TIA
Linda Peterson
lpeterson@bloomfield.lib.in.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:00:34 1998
From: "Steven" <Steven@westlinn.lib.or.us>
Subject: computers for children's room
As far as cd-rom discs, we don't bother with towers or
changing discs. We just loaded them all on the hard drive. We
currently have four programs on both of our computers (including the
three-disc Encarta) and have room for more. If you can get enough
hard drive space, this makes it real easy for patrons and staff. You
just have to be sure you don't use the discs you copied on any other
computers. And at least one company (DK) has discs that are somehow
protected against running from hard drives. We haven't come across
others (we have Magic School Bus, Living Books, Jump Start...) like
that so far.
For sign ups, we keep a clipboard sign up sheet next to each
computer. You get an hour maximum, and can sign up in advance in
person, but not by phone. Again, it's easy on staff, and patrons
seem to work it out. Not that we don't ever have to help people with
computer problems, but we do get by without a person in the room at
all times....
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Steven Engelfried, West Linn Public Library
1595 Burns Streeet West Linn, OR 97068
ph: 503-656-7857 fax: 503-656-2746
e-mail: steven@westlinn.lib.or.us
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> Date: Tue, 12 May 1998 10:48:17 -0400 (EDT)
> Help! Help! We will be moving into a new library next year and need to
> address the issue of computers for the children's room. Our new library
> will be fairly large and will lack the staff to have someone always at the
> children's desk. We need to supply computers for children, but I don't
> want to spend my entire time undoing paper jams and changing CDROMs. How
> problem free are towers? Are your computers first come/first served? or
> do you sign everyone up? Any helpful hints would be appreciated.
> Thanks!
> Mary Driscoll
> driscoll@scls.lib.wi.us
>
>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:43:30 1998
From: "Vicky Smith" <vjsmith@mcarthur.lib.me.us>
Subject: Re: Literary Criticisms
> We have had an increased number of requests for literary criticisms of
> authors. We do have Twentieth Century Literary Criticisms, and several
> other reference books. At a previous library, we used to have Bloom's books
> and/or Cliff notes but our adult services librarian says that they both
> contain inaccuracies and are not recommended reference sources. I'd never
> heard this before but perhaps you all can set me straight and if it's true
> to recommend a reliable source that the students can check out and take
> home. Thank you. Anne Hall
I have heard that Cliff notes are written to have a single inaccuracy
in them, so that cheating students may be easily identified; I have
also heard that this is an urban legend. I have not been interested
enough to investigate further.
About the Modern Critical Interpretations books edited by Bloom,
(pub. Chelsea House) however: I used them extensively as a graduate
student in English at the University of Michigan. They essentially
reprint previously published journal articles that represent a
variety of viewpoints. There is a little overview introduction
written by Bloom himself in which he trashes all the viewpoints that
do not agree with his own. They do not summarize the plots of the
works they discuss; any inaccuracies are on the parts of the
individuals anthologized, and they are not intentional (nor are they
frequent; although I disagreed with many of them, I did not find them
inaccurate). The only problem I have with the Bloom series is that
the citations of the original articles are occasionally incomplete
(as I recall, and it's been years since I've used them, they omit
page numbers). As long as students understand that they are being
exposed to a variety of critical stances, I think the Bloom series is
an excellent resource.
As for other things you might want to use, I've heard that Barron's
Book Notes are a cut above Cliff's. There is also a series similar
to Bloom's called Twentieth Century Interpretations, but it is older.
Our copies were published in the 60s by Prentice Hall.
Vicky Smith
Children's Librarian
McArthur Public Library
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207)284-4181
vjsmith@mcarthur.lib.me.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:46:38 1998
From: bwilliams@brdgprtpl.lib.ct.us (Bina Williams)
Subject: FW: Program at Juvenile Detention Center
Someone was just asking about book discussions for juvenile corrections or
therapy situations. Here is a program my colleague initiated with the local
Juvenile Detention Center. It was a big hit for them and us! Feel free to
contact Steve Zampino (szampino@brdgprtpl.lib.ct.us) for further info. (If
you reply to me, I will forward this on.) Steve is hoping to repeat this
program in the fall.
Bina Williams,
Bridgeport Public Library
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From: Steve Zampino
Sent: Saturday, March 21, 1998 4:23 PM
To: 'goodnightmoon@connix.com'
Subject: Program at Juvenile Detention Center
Dear Goodnightmooners:
I'm writing to tell you about an interesting program that the Children's
Dept. of the Bridgeport Public Library is doing with Bridgeport's Juvenile
Detention Center. The Juvenile Detention Center is a temporary holding
facility for pre-sentence juvenile offenders. Adolescent boys and girls
are usually there for about a month while their cases are being dealt with
by a court.
Some time ago I helped one of the center's classroom teachers to find
Puerto Rican folktales in our department. We got talking, and I proposed
that we do some sort of program at the center.
The teacher was however concerned that we know what we might be getting
ourselves into. Were we sure we really wanted to go to this facility and
work with this population? She arranged to have us meet and share our
ideas with the center's director, and for me to tour the center. I toured
, we talked, and all went fine.
We decided that we would try a one-visit program, and if that went well,
I would come back to do a multi-week program that we had discussed. For
the one-visit program, I brought copies of David Wisniewski's THE WARRIOR
AND THE WISE MAN and a copy of Laurence Yep's THE MAN WHO TRICKED A GHOST.
I also read a little bit about each of the authors and photocopied and
mounted pictures of them. Things worked pretty well. The kids were
interested in the author's lives and careers. They were pretty attentive
when I stood in front of them and read the two books. I was "dissed"
from
time to time during the program, but all in all the kids were pretty well
behaved. We finished the program talking a little about the books and gave
the kids some time to look at the extra copies I had brought of THE WARRIOR
AND THE WISE MAN.
Because things went well, we decided to begin a four week program. Each
week we would meet as a small group to read aloud Walter Dean Myers'
DARNELL ROCK REPORTING. We thought it would be an excellent book for this
group of kids because it is about a boy, (Darnell Rock), who is basically
a good kid, but has a bit of an attitude and is teetering on the edge of
getting into bigger trouble than he usually does. Darnell gets out of the
bad groove he's in by joining the staff of the school newspaper. It's a
hopeful story, maybe just what some of the kids at the Juvenile Detention
Center would benefit from reading and thinking about. Another good thing
about the story is that it is set in a city that seems similar to
Bridgeport. After taking turns reading for forty minutes, (breaking from
time to time to discuss the story), we'd take out our pencils, crayons and
markers! Using a large sheet of butcher paper, we would list the
characters that we had encountered when we read and we would draw pictures
of things that we had remembered or that had captured our fancy. We would
do this for about 20 minutes, then call it a day.
At this point in time, we have met twice to read, discuss and illustrate
the story. The teacher and I both feel that it has gone very well. The
group of kids, (carefully selected by the teacher), are interested and
enthusiastic. It's been nice to see them help one another when someone is
struggling to read. The kids like discussing the story and relating it to
their lives. Illustrating gives everyone a chance to recall and discuss
the story and to relax.
I have left six copies of the book at the center so that in between
meetings the teacher and the kids can read ahead and illustrate without me.
The teacher called me before our second meeting to let me know how far
into the book they had read so that I could prepare myself.
In addition, I have left the talking book version of DARNELL ROCK
REPORTING at the center for the sake of kids who don't read well or for
kids who simply want to read and listen at the same time.
We plan to meet once each week for the next two weeks and hope to have
the book finished by then. We'll celebrate with a party at our last
meeting.
This has been a "feelgood experience" so far, and the teacher at the
center and I have talked about doing it again in the future.
If you have any questions about this program or want to know how it all
turned out, (our last meeting is on 3/27), please email me.
Steve Zampino
Bridgeport Public Library
Children's Department
szampino@brdgprtpl.lib.ct.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:47:03 1998
From: Sherry Rothberg <srothber@rcls.org>
Subject: Ezra Jack Keats Foundation Minigrants
Recently I received a minigrant to do puppets/stories workshops
with children and parents. The foundation gives up to $500.00
for projects. The deadline to apply for a minigrant is
September 15, 1998. Here is the address:
Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, Inc.
Martin Pope, President
1005 East 4th Street
Brooklyn, New York 11230
Phone 718-252-4047
Fax 718-252-6605
Sherry Rothberg
Children's Librarian
Finkelstein Memorial Library
Spring Valley, New York
srothber@rcls.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:51:13 1998
From: Guarria <cguarria@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Re: Interview questions
Ann,
I think if one of your top priorities is to hire someone who can read
stories well, I would think the only way to ensure that is to give them a
short picture book to read on the interview. I don't think it could be
illegal to do that; a children's librarian would have to know how to
read or else they couldn't do the job. I know it's a little
unorthodox, but I for one would have been pleased to "show my stuff".
I
think only those people who may not do it well may object, and you
wouldn't want them anyway.
As far as other questions to ask: (bear in mind that if they are
unorthodox or totally absurd it's because I've never had to interview
anyone! I'm basing them on your needed criteria, which I think is what any
interviewer would have to do.)
1) How about "Can you think of one or two situations which would emphasize
some special qualities a children's librarian would need as compared to an
adult librarian?" It requires a little more thought than just asking
what qualities are needed, and probably would give better insight into
the person's experience and, hopefully, their attitude toward children.
2) "Name five of your favorite children's books or children's authors"
would be a way of identifying someone familiar with children's
literature.
3) "Are you the kind of person who prefers to do things yourself,
or do you prefer to get input from others?" would be one way of getting an
idea of how well the person would work with "old-time" staff members.
Hope this helps! Good luck.
Carrie
cguarria@suffolk.lib.ny.us
On Tue, 12 May 1998, espicer wrote:
> Dear Pubyackers--
> The good news is that our Board has authorized me to hire a children's
> librarian--for the first time in the history of our fine institution!
> The bad news is that I will then no longer be selecting children's books
> and doing programs.... :(
> Of course, I want to get the best possible person into this position.
> Do you have suggestions for questions to ask at an interview which would
> be good indicators of a: how well a person will work with old-time
> staff members; b: how a person relates to young people; c: knowledge
> of children's books; or d: how well a person does stories? (This is
> going to be especially tough--because I'll want someone who reads or
> tells stories at least as well as I do--is it legal to ask a candidate
> to read for me?) Send me your best (or worst!) interview questions, and
> I'll compile for the list!
> Thanks for your help--
> Ann Perrigo, MLS (!)
> Director, Children's Librarian (for now), Cataloger, etc.
> Allegan (MI) Public Library
> espicer@accn.org
>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:55:55 1998
From: Dallas DiLeo <dileod@clpgh.org>
Subject: RE: Interview questions
All,
For the past four years we have required all interviewed applicants for
positions in the Main Library Children's Department to
-tell a story suitable for a family library program (no more than 5 min long)
-present a portion of a preschool storytime, including opening & closing,
two picture books, and transitional material
Those performances are always a favorite part of the interview process.
POSITION AVAILABLE:
Incidentally, we currently are accepting applications for a Staff Librarian
in the department. Anyone interested can email me for further information.
I hope to post a notice later this week.
Dallas
******
Dallas DiLeo
Head, Children's Department
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
4400 Forbes Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15213
(412) 622-3189
dileod@clpgh.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:59:40 1998
From: Kate Carter <katec@linknet.kitsap.lib.wa.us>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
I first saw Teletubbies last fall when I was in England visiting friends.
Their 3-year-old loves it. She received teletubby dolls for her birthday
while I was there and her baby brother became the sun shining over her
little teletubby land. I didn't like the show. Repetition is good, but
all in all, the show is inane. I don't think that the age group to which
the show is targetted is watching or should be watching. I don't like
really the idea of sitting a 1-year-old down in front of the TV, nor do I
think a 1-year-old would sit there for the show! It's preschoolers and
older (UK university students!) who are watching Teletubbies and I think
there is better fare for them. Even Barney is better and I'm no fan of
that show. Just my humble opinion.
Kate Carter
Young People's Librarian email: katec@linknet.kitsap.lib.wa.us
Kitsap Regional Library phone: (360)405-9107
1301 Sylvan Way fax: (360)405-9128
Bremerton, WA 98310
//////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////
On Mon, 11 May 1998, Elise DeGuiseppi wrote:
>
> Okay, it's time to talk about Teletubbies, a BBC import to PBS aimed at
> very young children. The show is a curious mix of age-appropriate schtick
> (e.g., repetition, beginning and ending "rituals," soothing
voice-overs)
> and appalling new tactics: Brave New World meets Barney, or something
> akin. <snip>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 21:59:55 1998
From: Kathryn_L_BLOOM@umail.umd.edu (kb103)
ubject: Re: Speakers for C & YA programs
>Have you heard any TERRIFIC children's and/or young adult programming
>speakers? <snip>
Dear Bridget,
Yes, I can. I have been fortunate enough to hear David Wiesniewski and Len
Cabral speak recently. they are both FANTASTIC! Good luck on your
conference.
Kit Bloom
kb103@umail.umd.edu>
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:00:26 1998
From: Leesa Wisdorf Northfield Public Library <LEESA@selco.lib.mn.us>
Subject: interview questions
Ann (and interested Pubyackers)--
When I was interviewed for the children's librarian position here at
Rockford Public Library, I had to write two essay questions in 30
minutes before the face to face interview. One of the questions went
something like this:
Plan a storyhour presentation. Tell what age(s), what activities, and
the value and purpose of each activity.
This was an excellent excercise and really impressed me. My
interviewers got a sense what I could produce under pressure as well as
my written communications skills, child development knowledge, and my
own grasp of my purpose as a children's librarian.
When I was interviewed for a children's library assistant position, oh,
so many years ago, one of the questions was, "What would you do if a
child threw up in the children's area?" I've always liked this
question. It's creative and practical.
Best Wishes!
Andrew Finkbeiner
Rockford (IL) Public Library
andrew@rockford.lib.il.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:02:16 1998
From: Ellie Ivan <ellie.ivan@treasure.lpl.london.on.ca>
Subject: bags again
Like Karen's library system, we also give out bags (grocery) to
adults, young adults and even schoolage children in order to help
with their 'load' of books or keep them dry etc. No other rewards
involved!
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:05:12 1998
From: abell@exchange.lowe.org
Subject: book club 7/8 graders
Hi all:
I apologize if this has been discussed before, but I am
considering starting a book club for a small group of 7 & 8
graders and would welcome any suggestions as to materials,
format, discussion ideas, etc. I had thought I might start
off with Zlata's Diary--any comments?
Thanks.
Allene Bell
abell@exchange.lowe.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:05:42 1998
From: Dolman <jdolman@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: tree sculpture in children's room
I am hoping that someone else will remember in what professional journal
or what library was featured in a journal that had a article about a large
carving of a tree in a children's room that was done by a local
sculptor.It was all wood and it had a smiling face on it. I can't recall
if it was part of the entrance to the room or a storytelling tree. We are
considering renovations in the Children's Room and I would love to show
our library Board this unique sculpture. Thanks. jdolman@suffolk.lib.ny.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:05:46 1998
From: Angela Christianson <achristi@prairienet.org>
ubject: Veggie tales article in _Entertainment_
Please excuse the cross posting.
I ran across this today and thought of the Veggie Tales discussion from a
while back.
There is an article in the 12 December 1997 issue of _Enterainment
Weekly_.
Cochran, Jason. "Lettuce Entertain You." Entertainment Weekly. 12
December 1997. p. 96.
Hope this isn't too dated to be useful.
Angela Christianson
MLS Student
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
achristi@prairienet.org
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:05:52 1998
From: schachtc@lcm.macomb.lib.mi.us
Subject: Interview questions
PU>to read for me?) Send me your best (or worst!) interview questions, and
PU>I'll compile for the list!
PU> Thanks for your help--
PU> Ann Perrigo, MLS (!)
PU> Director, Children's Librarian (for now), Cataloger, etc.
PU> Allegan (MI) Public Library
PU> espicer@accn.org
Ann- having spent considerable time mulling such questions myself, my
suggestion would be ( for people with a professional history) - get
names from them of a couple o f parents who have had kids in storytimies
which they've done at their previous job; talk to the parents and ask
them what there is about the person that they most valued and will be
the hardest to replace. What the person KNOWS when you hire them is not
as important as who they are and how they relate to people, especially
children. You can teach people things that they don't know that you
want them to learn; you can't teach them to be a different kind of
person than they are, and in our line of work whether you are cut from
the right stuff or not is crucial. Beware of introverts who have gotten
into the field because they love the books- you need extroverts (but not
the crazymaking kind) who thrive on kid contact and attract hugs like
honey does bees. So talk to the people who've known them best and who
will miss them most. Of course you have to also know you and your staff
and know the kind of person who will fit in well. Good Luck!!!
PS of COURSE it's OK to have them do a trial story or two in front of a
live audience as part of the audition/interview; if they're worth their
salt they'll enjoy the challange.
Chuck Schacht
Romeo District Library
Romeo, MI.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:06:04 1998
From: Lopez <mlopez@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
Subject: Computers in the Children's Room
To all:
Sorry to repeat the request by Mary Driscoll of Saturday, May 9th by I
too need advice on computers in the children's room. I had looked into
purchasing CD-ROM multidisc changers but I have found that they are not
fast enough for current children's software. I do not want to purchase a
tower because they are so expensive and these computer will not be hooked
up to our LAN. If you could tell me if...
1. Do you have you computers hooked up to a CD changer or a tower and if
so, what brand.
2. What problems, if any, have you had with the CD changer or tower.
3. If you do not have a CD changer or tower, how do you handle changing
CD-ROM discs when patrons want to use different programs. Do you change
the discs or do you have an assistant or page that handles the computers?
4. What would you do differently if you had the chance to start over with
setting up the computers in the children's room.
5. Do you require a computer orientation before you allow children to use
the computers and what does the orientation envolve.
I know this is a lot to ask for but I would really appreciate the
assistance.
Thank you is advance,
Michelle Lopez
Children's librarian
Commack Public Library
mlopez@suffolk.lib.ny.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:06:16 1998
From: "Watson, Janel" <watsonja@hsd.k12.or.us>
Subject: Good schools for MLS
I am currently a high school librarian making the move to public
librarianship. I am looking at ALA accredited schools to complete my
MLS. Does anyone know of a good school in The South (preferably, not
mandatory) that has ample focus on youth services? Any knowledge of
schools that are more willing to transfer like courses from an
Educational Library Media program?
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Janel K. Watson, Librarian
Glencoe High School
2700 NW Glencoe Rd.
Hillsboro, OR 97124
watsonja@hsd.k12.or.us
Tel: (503) 640-8971 x235
Fax: (503) 640-5604
"Wear the old coat. Buy the new book."
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:06:18 1998
From: Deb Palmer <dpalmer@lalc.k12.ca.us>
ubject: Re: Teletubbies
While I still haven't seen the show, I can tell you what my gut reaction
was (and still is). I don't think it's necessary to *have* a show intended
for children that young. I don't think children that young need to be
plopped in front of the tv. The children would be far better off if their
parents spent that same amount of time reading to them or doing their own
version of teaching and repetition. (Who hasn't played the "name the body
part" with young children??) Yes, repetition is an important learning tool
for young children. I don't, however, feel that they need to get that
repetition while sitting in front of the television. (And they especially
don't need to get it from strange critters like the Teletubbies!)
I admit that I might be biased as I'd heard reports of this show from
friends who were visiting England this spring, before it was even announced
that the show would be coming to PBS. Their reports were not favorable, to
put it mildly.
deb
Deb Palmer
LA-CLIC Information Coordinator
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:07:11 1998
From: Trudy Terry <tterry@hpl.lib.tx.us>
Subject: puppets
Does anyone know where I can get a goose puppet so I can be mother
goose? No I have not lost my mind Summer reading - I also want animal
masks tails, costuming ideas. Help. Trudy Terry Port Arthur Public
Library.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:07:21 1998
From: Elena Rosenfeld <elenar@jefferson.lib.co.us>
Subject: Seeking information on computer training rooms
Hi-
We are looking at the possibility of adding a computer training room to
plans for a possible new library building. To create a strong proposal, we
need to gather information about existing training rooms.
If you have one, would you please e-mail me information about its size,
layout, and what equipment is available (pcs? laptops? computer projector?
anything else?)
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Please respond to my e-mail address.
Thanks!
Elena Rosenfeld elenar@jefferson.lib.co.us
Head, Children's Services (303)936-7407 (voice)
Jefferson County Public Library (303)937-1980 (fax)
Villa Branch
455 S. Pierce St
Lakewood, CO 80226
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:08:14 1998
From: Carroll Davey <cdavey@jefferson.lib.co.us>
Subject: Colonial America resources
A few months ago I posted to PUBYAC asking for suggested resources on
Colonial America to add to my children's reference collection. Many of you
responded and a few asked me to post the answers to the list. So, thank
you for your suggestions and here they are:
"Colonial America" pub. by Grolier Educational, 10 volumes.
"Historical Communities" by Bobbie Kalman.
"Colonial America" pub. by Franklin Watts.
"Brown Paper School USKids History" pub. by Little Brown and Co.
"Colonial Living" and "Colonial Craftsmen" by Edwin Tunis.
"Sourcebook on Colonial America" edited by Carter Smith, pub. by
Millbrook Press.
"Slumps, Grunts and Snickerdoodles: What Colonial America Ate and Why"
pub. by Seabury Press.
"Colonial Times from A to Z" by Bobbie Kalman.
AND Marshall Cavendish-Benchmark is reprinting an older set of theirs on
Colonial America.
Thanks,
Carroll Davey
cdavey@jefferson.lib.co.us
*The views expressed are my own and do not reflect those of any
institution I have worked for, am working for, will work for or even
thought of working for.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:08:21 1998
From: Carroll Davey <cdavey@jefferson.lib.co.us>
Subject: Theme boxes
Hello PUBYACers,
My library system is contemplating the idea of adding "theme kits" to
it's
collection. Each kit would include 3-4 books, a music cassette, a
puppet/puzzle, and suggestions for activities all centered on a theme
(i.e. community helpers, colors, shapes). We are thinking of
marketing the kits only to daycares, preschools and Head Start
centers (groups that can't always come into the library and often
don't have much material). Since we are starting this
from scratch, I thought I'd ask the collective experience of PUBYAC for
suggestions. If you use theme kits in your library system, please answer
the following:
1. What materials do you include in your kits?
2. How do you package these kits? (tote bags, plastic bins, etc)
3. How do you store the kits? Are they stored in a public area? Or
are they stored in a central location away from the public?
4. How does your cataloging department process the materials for the
kits? Is every individual item barcoded? How does your circulation
department feel about checking these kits in and out?
5. How many kits do you currently circulate? How many are duplicate
copies of the same theme?
6. How do you maintain these kits? What about funding for
replacement materials?
7. How did you obtain the initial funding to buy the materials to
supply all the kits? (grant, library funds, etc)
8. What was the average cost spent per kit intially?
9. Other problems/suggestions:
Please e-mail me directly with your responses at
cdavey@jefferson.lib.co.us
Thanks in advance,
-Carroll
*The views expressed are my own and do not reflect those of any
institution I have worked for, am working for, will work for or even
thought of working for.
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Carroll Davey Phone: (303) 670-7013
Head of Children's, Evergreen Library FAX: (303) 670-7001
Jefferson County Public Library E-mail: cdavey@jefferson.lib.co.us
5000 Highway 73
Evergreen, CO 80439
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 22:34:22 1998
From: tlday@juno.com (Tracy L Day)
Subject: Re: Interview questions
Dear Ann, We ask candidates for children's positions here in Henderson to
do a program for us, for 3 to 5, and for school age children and then the
staff involved in the interview are the audience. They are told in advance
so they can bring whatever books or stories they would like to tell. I ask
people what are their favorite books, how do they feel about storytelling
and where do they see themselves in five years. Good luck with your search.
Zuki
Zuki Landau
Henderson District Public Libraries, Nevada
email:hdgibson@earthlink.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Wed May 13 23:59:29 1998
From: "K. Wegener" <kwege@u.washington.edu>
Subject: Re: Teletubbies
I have a three year old daughter and I refuse to let her watch this show.
All her friends talk about it at some time or another at school, so she
does as well, but I don't let her watch it because it seems like
brainwashing. I agree about your take on the images conveyed in the
program and I don't think that those images are healthy. I definitely
believe that this should not be marketed for children of such a young age.
What kind of parent is it that would stick there infant child in front of
a tv anyways? Seems like the parents who do are only getting a jump start
on programming their child to be incapable of functioning imaginatively on
their own. (My own daughter watches only 3-4 hours of tv a week. If
that.)
Kristine Wegener
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